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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Price: $1 to $2,500
Vintage Moschino Collar Necklace
By Missoni
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage gem encrusted collar necklace from Missoni. Tortoise shell resin collar in brown and amber tones embellished with pink, green, lilac and orange gems in gold toned metal casin...
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1990s Beaded Necklaces
1940 African Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Unearth the captivating charm of the 1940 African Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace, a masterpiece of African craftsmanship that tells a story of tradition, artistry, and cultural richness. This super dramatic statement necklace, inspired by traditional African styles, is a breathtaking work of art that features a leopard leather-like fabric adorned with a mesmerizing braided rope motif and a multitude of beads and gemstones, including a unique horsehair bead. This necklace is more than just a fashion accessory; it's a unique statement for collectors who appreciate the beauty and heritage of other cultures. Embrace the enchanting allure of African fashion with this extraordinary necklace. It beautifully encapsulates the spirit and artistry of African craftsmanship. The necklace's base is crafted from a leopard leather-like fabric, adding a touch of the wild to your style. It's a striking contrast to the vibrant gemstones and beads. The intricate braided rope motif running along the necklace adds a dramatic and eye-catching element to the design, showcasing the attention to detail and skill of the artisans. A plethora of colorful beads and gemstones cascade from the necklace, creating a dynamic and mesmerizing visual effect. Each gemstone adds its unique charm and energy to the piece. One of the standout features of this necklace is the inclusion of a bead made from horsehair, adding a rare and distinctive element to the design. This necklace is a true gem for fashion collectors who appreciate the cultural significance and artistry behind each piece. It's a statement of appreciation for the world's diverse fashion heritage. Make a bold statement with this 1940 African Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace that transcends time and borders. It's not just a necklace; it's a piece of history, a symbol of cultural appreciation, and a testament to the artistry of African jewelry...
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Vintage 1940s African Beaded Necklaces
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Over sized in blue resin, wood with crystal embellishments and gold chain. Lobster clasp clo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Crystal, Wood & Resin Beaded Necklace
Over sized in blue resin, wood with crystal embellishments
and gold chain. Lobster clasp cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Resin & Wood Bead African Collection Necklace, 1967
Located in New York, NY
Vintage massive ivory resin and dark-brown wood beaded necklace by Yves Saint Laurent. Gold-tone metal hook closure.
Signed. YSL mark on the clasp....
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Vintage 1960s French British Colonial Beaded Necklaces
Wa Large Brass Choker 24k Gold Plated
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This piece was designed, hand-carved and then cast in brass from our workshop Uruguay. The brass used in this manufacturing process is fully recycled. Each piece is then finished by ...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
A.Jeschel Masterpiece Oval Chrysocolla plates necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing our captivating creation: the Dramatic and Bold Chrysocolla Oval Plates Necklace, a true one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Crafted with meticulously polished Chrysocolla plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Chrysocolla, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Beaded Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Beaded Necklace in excellent condition. Round pearl beads with small gold hexagon crystal beads. This...
Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
AJD Dramatic Artistic Natural Curly Pearl Shell & Goldy Lava 23" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Dramatic beautifully glowing natural Shells accented with gold plated round natural Lava enhance each other elegantly in this 23 inch long necklace with a gold plated hook clasp.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
60" Black Czechoslovakian Jet Faceted Crystal Bead Long Rope Necklace, Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A chic vintage necklace! A single strand of jet-black Czech crystals fastened with a goldtone springring clasp. A simple and stylish long (60 in / 148 cm) rope necklace which can be ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
A.Jeschel Captivating Watermelon Tourmaline necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
introducing the "Watermelon Tourmaline Delight" necklace - a stunning piece that showcases the natural beauty and diversity of tourmaline.
What makes tourmaline so fascinating is the way that each stone can exhibit a range of colors and hues, earning it the nickname "rainbow stone." The beads in this necklace have been expertly polished to showcase the stunning pink and green shades that resemble a juicy slice of watermelon. It's easy to imagine these beads side by side in their natural state, with their different colors merging and mingling to create a truly unique and captivating effect.
The necklace is crafted from three strands of tourmaline beads, which have been carefully selected and strung together to create a harmonious color palette. The shades range from dark greens to rich pinks, creating a sense of depth and richness to the piece. The necklace measures approximately 18 inches in length, making it the perfect length to drape elegantly around the neck.
The necklace is finished with Venetian glass set...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Vermeil
Vintage Rainbow Torsade Statement Collar Attr. KJL 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking Vintage Rainbow Torsade Collar of the most stunning quality. Crafted with six strands of individually knotted, Swarovski Aurora Borealis Crystal beads in purple, green and red. Finished with a gold plated loop style rhinestone set feature clasp. In very good vintage condition, most likely by Kenneth Jay Lane, 53cms. A wonderful statement collar...
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Art Deco Black and White Necklace Disco Ball Faux Pearl Crystal Seed Beads
Located in Montreal, QC
Stand-out Black and White Necklace featuring a combination of Celluloid Beads, Seed Beads, Tubular black beads embedded with a circle of rhine...
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Art Deco Honey Amber Graduated Faceted Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Art Deco honey amber bead necklace with natural inclusions, and a gold plated ring bolt clasp. The beautiful faceted beads are graduated wit...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber
Chanel CC Faux Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2380
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2008
Metal Gilt
Weight 97 g
Length 118 cm
Condition Excellent
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Every piece Dandelion Antiques sell is 100% a...
Category
Early 2000s French Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Gilt Metal
PONTIEL Vintage Glass Flower Buds and Jade Beads with Gold Fill Avalon Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This one of a kind, striking emerald green beaded necklace displays five glass flower buds made from original vintage glass from 1950s Czech Republic. Each glass flower bud is indivi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-War Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold-filled
Jean-Louis Scherrer Pearl Necklace with Knots
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-Louis Scherrer - Long costume pearl necklace assembled with knots, with a glass paste medallion representing a face. To be mentioned, some defects on the glass paste.
Additiona...
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Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Philippe Ferrandis Unique Butterfly Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This is a unique piece especially made for isabelle K Jewelry. Iconic colors of the designer it also include the butterfly, one of his favorite accent . Brass dipped in 24 k gold , a...
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2010s French Artist Beaded Necklaces
AJD 19 Inch Black Opal and White Keshi Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant and always stylish, this 19-inch black and white necklace is perfect for all occasions. The black opal rondels flash pinks and greens. These lovely second harvest keshi pearl...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
1950s Natural Marbled Jade Graduated Beaded Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
Graduated Jade meet at either end of a barrel closure to create the imperial beaded necklace.
Jade was considered to be the "imperial gem" and was used to create many utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Vintage Lavender Pearl Collar Necklace with Sterling Silver Accents, Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 47cm / 18.5 inches
Cultured pearl, approx 1cm each
Color: Assortment of lavender shades
Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp
Indulge in timeless elegance with our vintag...
Category
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Butterscotch Berber Moroccan Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
Jewelry of the Berber cultures is a historical style of traditional jewelry that was worn by women mainly in rural areas of the Maghreb region in North Africa and inhabited by indige...
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Vintage 1950s Moroccan Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Jakob Bengel 1930s Chrome, Bakelite and Galalith Vintage Necklace
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and was created by Jakob Bengel.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
This necklace is constructed from chrome plated metal. It is...
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
20th Century African "Pillow Amber" 'Phenolic Resin' Necklace
Located in Point Richmond, CA
“African amber” (phenolic resin) necklace by unknown designer
This striking necklace is made with smooth old African "pillow amber" beads, which were made in Germany of phenolic res...
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1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL 1981 gold pearl crystal long designer runway necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• CHANEL Made in France (no tag)
• gold plated, crystal, glass
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal ...
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Dzi Pendant, Freshwater Blue Green Pearl Bead Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 45 cm / 17 3/4 in
Beads vary, average size 1cm
Dzi pendant: 4.4 cm / 1.75 in wide
Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp
Elevate your style with our exquisite vintage fres...
Category
20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage American Turquoise Bead Collar Knotted Necklace w Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 46.5 cm / 18.4 in
Each bead approximately 1/2 cm
American Turquoise
Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp
Step into a world of timeless beauty with our vintage handcrafte...
Category
20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Dzi Pendant Centerpiece, Obsidian Beads Knotted Necklace Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 48 cm / 18.5 in
Beads approx 1cm each, polished obsidian glass
Dzi pendant: 6.5 cm / 2.5 in wide
Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp
Elevate your style with our stunnin...
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20th Century Asian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Faux Pearl CC Logo Necklace, 2008
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD gold tone faux pearl necklace featuring 4 CC logos.
From the Fall 2008 Collection.
Lobster clasp closure.
Embossed CHANEL 08A Made in France.
Indicative ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Emerald Sapphire Stone Pearl Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage necklace featuring large emerald glass beads/cabochon, faux pearls, emerald/sapphire crystals and clear crystal rondelles.
Hook clasp closure.
Unmarked (...
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Art Deco Lariat Necklace or Belt with Silvery Glass Beads
Located in London, GB
Art Deco lariat necklace or belt, featuring silvery glass beads on grey thread. Length 182 cm / 71.6 inches by 1.8 cm / .7 inches width. This ...
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Coro Pegasus Gold Plated and Aqua Blue Rhinestone Pendant Necklace circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Coro Pegasus gold plated snake chain necklace featuring a beautiful aqua blue rhinestone pendant centrepiece. The pendant is free moving on the chain.
Measuring necklace length 42.5...
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Vintage 1940s North American Beaded Necklaces
Yves Saint Laurent Turquoise Bead Gilt Nautilus Shell Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Turquoise Gilt Nautilus Shell Tassel Necklace for YSL Rive Gauche. Natural turquoise beads hand knotted onto a hammered gilt b...
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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Turquoise, Red & Green Beaded Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Lou Lou de la Falaise era statement necklace. Green faceted glass diamond shaped beads with three l...
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Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
AJD 24 Inch Abalone Shell and Amethyst Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Organic shapes of double-sided abalone shell accented with sparkling amethyst necklace. This dramatic 24-inch necklace is light weight and sits beautifully at the neckline. The abal...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Silver Plate
Art Deco Beaded Sautoirs, French
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Beaded Sautoirs, French old stock, unworn. Different colorations available with red tassel, black tassel or in purple/crystal colorations. 1920's France of Czech beads.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
1930s Miriam Haskell Persimmon Dangling Bead Bib Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Maywood, NJ
Miriam Haskell jewellery is some of the most prized and beautiful costume jewellery from the 20th century. The intricate designs coupled with their novel colours and materials have ...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
AJD 23 Inch Abalone and Amazonite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
23-Inch Iridescent double-sided abalone and reconstituted amazonite necklace. This perfect Spring necklace is a lovely turquoisy blue-green and iridescent blue/green/purple. Silver ...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amazonite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Yves Saint Laurent butterfly pink-beaded necklace
Located in London, GB
This stunning pre-owned necklace by Yves Saint Laurent features five rows of pink crystal beads. Hanging around your neck, the detailing will rest perfe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
The Palm Beach Costume Jewelry Turquoise Bead Look Necklace by Clive Kandel
Located in New York, NY
Our Palm Beach Look collection features an elegant strand of man-made 16mm turquoise beads interspersed with gilt and diamante enamel set rondels made to an 18-inch length silk stru...
Category
2010s North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Frosted Crystal and Jet Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Art Deco Frosted Crystal and Jet Bead Necklace, French 1920's. Unusual frosted crystal striped beads are mixed with faceted crystal rondels and jet pyramidal beads. Hi...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Large 22.5mm Round Sterling Silver 925 Beads Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Show Stopper Long Large Round Sterling Silver 925 Beads Necklace. Each Bead measuring approx. 22.5mm; Clasp held necklace. The Necklace measures approx. 29”...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mother Of Pearl Clover Gemstone Necklace
Located in McKinney, TX
Clover shaped Mother of Pearls flanked by Pink Aventurine gemstones and gold-plated accents on stretchy elastic cord.
30" length.
Due to the uniqueness of natural gemstones, each ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Pink Agate Peony Flower Earrings - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
These earrings are crafted from rare Pink Carnelian Agate. Hand carved Peony Flower Bead by skilled artisans. Each bead is a unique masterpiece, imbued wi...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
MiriamHaskell Late1920s Hess SignatureGrapeClusterPendant GlassPearl Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring the earliest white-swirled glass and enameled faux-pearl round beads handcrafted by Parisian lampwork-master Louis Rousselet for American entrepreneur Miriam Haskell and he...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Tiny Charcoal Obsidian Necklace Gold Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This delicate Tiny Charcoal Obsidian Necklace is a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. The Shiny Grey Mika is made with high-quality gold beads and features a stunning Obsidi...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
Almond Blossoms Petal Pearl Necklace - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Natural Baroque Pearls and handmade Ceramics beads, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's 'Almond Blossoms' oil painting.
• 20" Total Length
• Handmade Ceram...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
Pink Opal Mika Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from Pink Peruvian Opal and Turquoise beads, finished with 22K Gold Plated Sterling Silver Adjustable hook.
• 20" Total Length
• Pink Opal Beads 5.5mm - 6m...
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
AJD 18 Inch Mauvy/Pink Potato Pearl and Coin Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
18-Inch elegant pearl necklace of mauvy/pink potato pearls with three inches of center drilled coin pearls across the center front of the necklace. This is the perfect necklace for d...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Turquoise Matrix Pendant, Goossens
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Natural Turquoise hand knotted bead necklace with gilt Goossens bronze sunburst and turquoise pendant by Maison ...
Category
1990s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Bronze
Chanel CC Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2095
Date Circa 2014
Model CC Long Necklace
Serial Number B14K
Metal Gilt
Length 126 cm
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Condition Excellent / Wear consistent with age and u...
Category
2010s Italian Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Tiny Ruby Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring mini beaded Ruby Gemstones. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure. A perfect pop of color to pair with your favorite day and casual out...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace
Reference: TGAS/D01003
Brand: Givenchy
Designer: Riccardo Tisci
Material: Pony Hair, Metal
Color: Gold, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Purple Chalcedony Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring purple beaded Chalcedony. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure.
• 18" Total Length
• Chalcedon 10mm, Semi-precious stone, From India...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
AJD 19 Inch Gorgeous Graduated Rondelles of Neon Apatite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
19-Inch neon apatite necklace of graduated faceted rondelles. This one-of-a-kind necklace fairly glows. The rondelles graduate from 4 to 10 MM. At 19 inches it sits perfectly on yo...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Apatite, Gold Plate
Ethiopian Opal Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace featuring graduated Ethiopian Opals. Fastens with a 120K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure.
• 16" Total Length + 2" Extension
• Opal 3.6mm x 4mm, Semi-preciou...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
AJD 23 Inch Gorgeous Golden Brown Agate Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
23-Inch Gorgeous glowing golden brown agate necklace. This one-of-a-kind necklace is features brown, goldy, orange, and creamy agates in 14 and 10 mm. The necklace is secured with a...
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Green Turquoise Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Necklace featuring graduated Green Turquoise. Fastens with a 20K Gold Plated Sterling Silver hook closure.
• 16" Total Length
• Turquoise 4mm x 6mm, Semi-precious gemstone, From In...
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
Shop Costume Jewelry: Beaded Necklaces for Sale on 1stDibs
Whether they’re chunky, statement-making accessories or a single strand of the understated sort, fashion beaded necklaces are versatile pieces of costume jewelry. Indeed, the vintage beaded necklaces in your jewelry box likely go with everything, from casual summer tops and shorts to dazzling evening gowns.
Costume jewelry, which is also called fashion jewelry, is designed to accessorize with current fashions and is typically made with inexpensive materials. In the realm of fine jewelry, beaded necklaces originating during the Art Deco era might feature double rows of jade — this period encompasses the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design — whereas accessories in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs are more often made with glass beads or moonstone.
From the fish-bone and seashell jewelry of the prehistoric era to the breathtaking amulets and pendants of ancient Egypt to modern sapphire beads, people have been accessorizing with beaded necklaces for eternity.
Beaded necklaces — as well as other kinds of necklaces — were common in prehistoric times. Personal adornment was important, and jewelry was made for every part of the body. Beadwork is among the best known art forms attributed to Native Americans, and just as they had for saddlery and clothing, early populations would fashion beads for necklaces with stone tools or instruments made of wood. The making of colorful glass beads for beaded necklaces likely originated in Venice, Italy, during the 14th century, particularly given the growth of the decorative glass industry on the series of Venetian islands called Murano. During the Neolithic period, humans were buried with coral beaded necklaces from the Mediterranean, even as far north as the Alps.
When it comes to fashion necklaces, remember that different necklines call for different pieces of jewelry.
When accessorizing with a beaded necklace, a long piece with a pendant will likely pair best with your favorite vintage V-neck dress or V-neck tee, while beaded chokers and collar necklaces are a stylish fit for strapless tops. Bigger beads will hit your neckline in a different way than a more minimalist necklace might, so you’ll want to keep that in mind. Choose colors you like and pick items that will go with what is in your closet. When the occasion calls for it, don’t be afraid to stack. “More is more” for some, so pairing a delicate strand with a bolder piece might be the move for you.
Shop fashion beaded necklaces and other vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.